A mother and her son miraculously survive after a Lexus SUV overturned multiple times on LASU-Isheri Expressway in Lagos
A mother and her son narrowly escaped death after a Lexus sport utility vehicle overturned multiple times at the NYSC Bus Stop along the LASU–Isheri Expressway in Lagos State. The incident occurred on Wednesday during peak-hour traffic.
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According to Adebayo Taofiq, Director of Public Affairs and Enlightenment at the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), the vehicle, registration number KJA 39 JT, lost stability while travelling from Isheri towards Igando. The car rolled thrice before coming to rest amid heavy traffic.
LASTMA operatives responded swiftly, extricating the mother and her son from the wrecked vehicle.
Both victims sustained visible bruises and mild physiological trauma. Family members later transported them to a medical facility for further evaluation.
Security personnel from the Nigeria Police Force, Igando Division, assisted in crowd control and safeguarded the scene throughout the rescue.
LASTMA, in coordination with LASEMA officials, ensured the damaged vehicle was removed to prevent secondary accidents and alleviate traffic congestion along the busy corridor.
Olalekan Bakare-Oki, General Manager of LASTMA, expressed relief at the miraculous survival of the mother and child.
He urged motorists to adhere to speed limits and conduct routine mechanical checks, particularly on braking systems, stressing that excessive speed combined with vehicle defects can lead to severe accidents.
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The incident highlights the importance of rapid emergency response and proactive traffic management in preventing fatalities on Lagos State’s major expressways.
David Okere is a journalist and contributor to Freelanews.com, covering business, governance, public affairs, and human-interest stories with a commitment to accuracy, balance, and public interest reporting.
